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Compare coach, train and flight for Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £39 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, while a train costs an average of £65.
Distance: 312 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£65 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest | £52 Average Price | £63 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 53m Average total duration 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport:
A coach is £13 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport costing on average £52.
A coach is £26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport costing on average £65.
Other travel options to London Stansted Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 23m.
Coach takes on average 6h 52m.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (4h 23m by train vs 4h 34m by car). Tickets start at around £65 compared to roughly £63 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport by coach, train or flight
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport
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Trains from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 but you can travel from only £33 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 11:35, the last at 11:36. The fastest train covers the 312 km distance in 5h 31m.
Distance 312 km |
Average train duration 4h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 31m |
First train 11:35 |
Last train 11:36 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Barnstaple and London Stansted Airport from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Stansted Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barnstaple and London Stansted Airport
Most Barnstaple to London Stansted Airport trains use the Barnstaple to London Paddington station pair. Use this guide to compare Barnstaple and London Stansted Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Barnstaple from Barnstaple city centre
Barnstaple train station facilities and services
Barnstaple has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Station Masters Cafe
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barnstaple.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barnstaple: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barnstaple: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barnstaple: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - step free access available to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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